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Explain how you would explain that ionising radiation can damage living cells. in the context of Electromagnetic waves.
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Electromagnetic waves
Question
Explain how you would explain that ionising radiation can damage living cells. in the context of Electromagnetic waves.
Answer
A strong answer should clearly explain that ionising radiation can damage living cells. using accurate physics vocabulary and direct links to Properties of electromagnetic waves.
Explanation
This exam-style question is aligned to the approved learning objective for Properties of electromagnetic waves and expects a structured physical explanation rather than a single fact.
Common mistake
Properties of electromagnetic waves common mistake 1
Giving a vague answer instead of directly addressing: Explain that ionising radiation can damage living cells..
Answer by clearly explaining how to explain that ionising radiation can damage living cells..
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